Ladies Memorial Association records

Collection — Box: 1

Identifier: MSS-089

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

This collection consists of records of Ladies Memorial Association (Augusta, GA), from 1872-1924 (with gaps). The records include constitutions, by-laws, membership rolls, lists of officers, financial accounts, lists of contributors to the fund, and minutes (1873-1883, 1903-1924). The minutes document the activities of the Association and contain information on election of officers, canvassing for donations, the erection of a Civil War monument, Decoration Day ceremonies, and cemetery beautification and care.

Dates

Created: 1872-1883, 1903-1924
Other: Date acquired: 00/12/1983

Creator

Ladies' Memorial Association (Organization)

Conditions Governing Access

No restrictions; Collection is open for research.

Conditions Governing Use

No restrictions; Collection is open for research.

Biographical or Historical Information

The Ladies Memorial Association (Augusta, GA), was formed in 1868 to raise funds for a memorial to Civil War veterans and to beautify the cemeteries. Date span: 1872-1924

Note written by Tammy Westafer after Mary Ann Cashin

Extent

1 box

3 items (3 books)

1 folders

Language

English

Additional Description

Abstract

This collection includes the minute books and constitution of the Ladies' Memorial Association from the late 1800's and early 1900's. These records document the Ladie's activities as part of the Association.